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Title: UFC FIGHT NIGHT: BARBOZA vs. MURPHY MMA event in Las Vegas

The UFC Apex in Las Vegas will host an exciting featherweight bout between Edson Barboza and Lerone Murphy on May 18, 2024. Both fighters want to make a statement in the competitive featherweight division, and a win could propel them into title contention.  Edson Barboza - A Veteran of the OctagonEdson Barboza is a 38-year-old Brazilian-American fighter with a professional MMA record 24-11-0. He has been competing in the UFC since 2010 and has faced some of the toughest opponents in the sport. Barboza is known for his impressive Muay Thai skills, which have earned him 14 knockout victories in his career. He is also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, making him a well-rounded fighter.Barboza has had a successful career in the UFC, with notable wins over fighters like Jeremy Stephens, Gilbert Melendez, and Anthony Pettis. However, he has also suffered some tough losses, including a knockout defeat to Justin Gaethje in 2019. Despite this, Barboza remains a formidable opponent in the featherweight division.Lerone Murphy - The Undefeated ChallengerLerone Murphy is a 32-year-old British fighter with a professional MMA record of 13-0-1. He made his UFC debut in 2019 and won three fights in the promotion. Murphy is known for his aggressive fighting style, which has earned him eight knockout victories in his career. He is also a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, making him a threat on the feet and the ground.Murphy's undefeated record is impressive, but it's worth noting that he has faced mostly lower-level opponents. His win over Douglas Silva de Andrade in 2022 was his most notable victory to date, and he will be looking to make a statement against the more experienced Barboza.StatsEdson Barboza and Lerone Murphy have similar physical attributes. Barboza stan...

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